The tragedy of Romeo and Juliet is the most famous love story of all time. Set against a backdrop of hate between two rival families, Shakespeare’s play moves towards its tragic conclusion through scenes of fi ghting, love and desperation, but also with moments of lively humour
This anonymous epic poem is one of the most important works of Old English literature. Apart from an introduction to the AngloSaxon period, the book also contains files on AngloSaxon monsters and magic, as well as on the influence of Beowulf in Tolkiens writings
This text of Shakespeares most famous tragedy, with both narrative and dialogue, is a reader as well as a playscript. The book also contains files on Shakespeare and the supernatural, as well as on Hamlet in performance
